Larkhall Dog Training Club held their last meeting on Tuesday, November 14, after they were forced to move premises when the Cameronian hall shut in the town’s Wellgate Street some months ago.

The hall, which had hosted groups since the 1970s, was closed by South Lanarkshire Council earlier this year due to concerns over the condition of the building.

Larkhall Dog Training Club, who had used the hall for years, were desperately trying to secure a new meeting place but have been unsuccessful.

Robert and June Logan, of Larkhall, ran the club for years with the help of some others.

The club wrote on their Facebook page: “It is with great sadness I have to inform you that next week’s class, Tuesday, November 14, will be the last ever as the club is closing completely.

“After several unsuccessful attempts to find an alternative venue we thought Chalmers Church might offer a solution. However, this has turned out to be unsuitable for several reasons and unfortunately the difficult decision has been taken to close the club.

“The Larkhall Dog Training Club has been in existence for approximately 70 years with myself and June Logan having the privilege of running the club for the last 40. It has played a large part in our lives and we will miss you all dearly.”

Jean Smith, a member of the club said: “Everyone is very sad and personally I cannot believe it’s the end.

“It has been a great club and they have helped hundreds if not thousands of dog owners lots on how to train their dogs over the years.

“We would all like to thank Robert and June for all their work over the years.”